Oahu Weather Forecast for September 30, 2026

Oahu Weather Forecast for September 30, 2026

The center of Tropical Storm Nolo has moved out of Hawaii's offshore waters and will travel west over the Papahanaumokuakea Marine National Monument waters...

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Oahu Surf Forecast for September 30, 2026
Oahu Surf Forecast for September 30, 2026

The moderate, medium period west to southwest swell originating from Nolo will continue for Niihau and Kauai today. A small background south swell continues...

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UH study reveals how tilapia adapt to extreme saltwater environments

Researchers at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa’s College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resilience have discovered how Mozambique tilapia regulate prolactin genes to survive extreme salinity, a finding that could help enable brackish water aquaculture and preserve precious freshwater resources.

Five of Hawaiʻi’s largest labor unions unite behind Pāʻele Kiakona

Nearly 100 supporters gathered at Hanakaʻōʻō, Canoe Beach on Monday as Pāʻele Kiakona officially launched his general election campaign for State House District 14, flanked by union leaders, kūpuna, fire survivors, land stewards, and a former opponent now standing in his corner.

Request for proposals issued for a Special Medical Needs Power Supply Program

The Department of Human Concerns issued a request for proposals Monday for a program to provide backup power supply during electrical outages to residents who rely on life-sustaining, electrically powered medical equipment, Council Member Kauanoe Batangan announced.

Planning Department hosts public meetings in East Maui, North Shore, South Maui for assessment of SMA boundary

The public is invited to attend a series of public meetings in October in East Maui, North Shore and South Maui for Assessment and Recommendation of the New Special Management Area (SMA) Boundary for the island of Maui, hosted by the County of Maui Planning Department.

Hanalei Elementary School closed today due to flooded roads

Hanalei Elementary School on Kauaʻi will be closed to students and staff today, Wednesday, Sept. 30, due to heavy rain and flooding on Kūhiō Highway near the Hanalei River Bridge, preventing safe access to and from the school.

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Hanalei Elementary School closed as flash flood warning was extended for area

A flood advisory was also issued for southern portions of the island until 10:15 a.m.

Kaua‘i County ocean safety officials advise against swimming due to multiple brown water advisories on the island

Ocean Safety Bureau officials remind the public to swim only at lifeguarded beaches and to stay out of the water anywhere it appears brown or murky.

Brown water advisory issued for eastside beach on Kaua‘i

The department recommends staying out of these affected waters for 48-72 hours after the rain has stopped and after the beach has received full sunshine.

Application period for Residential Cesspool Conversion Grant Program 2 extended

Applications are now due by 4:30 p.m. Oct. 23; the original deadline was Oct. 6.

Royal Sonesta Kauaʻi to host Fall harvest wine dinner featuring Lydgate Farms

Award-winning Chef Jhonny Montemayor is whipping up a harvest wine dinner in collaboration with the resort, Lydgate Farms and the Wagner Family of Wine.

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Solid waste facility closures announced because of Ironman World Championship

Residents and businesses should plan ahead for disposal needs as road closures Oct. 10 will make both facilities inaccessible.

Hawaiʻi County awards $450K in Impact Grants

The program is an annual competitive opportunity for nonprofit organizations; eligible proposals include research, programs or projects that have a positive impact on Hawai'i Island communities.

18 deputy sheriffs sworn in, including 5 assigned to Big Island sheriff divisions in Hilo, Kona

It was the largest graduating recruit class of deputies of Hawai‘i Department of Law Enforcement since it became a separate state agency nearly 2 years ago.

What Big Island residents need to know Wednesday about Hurricane Nolo

Hawaiʻi County is accepting damage reports, public schools are reopening, and Highway 250 remains closed due to high winds.

Police thank community for successful Badges and Buckets fundraiser

The annual event — featuring off-duty officers, volunteers and Special Olympics athletes raising awareness and collecting donations for Special Olympics Hawai‘i — raised a total of $47,636.45.